Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Erath is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 1,865. Residents earn $45,526 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Erath receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Erath offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Erath is $45,526, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Erath is $133,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $835 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 805 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,183 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.
22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Erath enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 90.6% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.4% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,526 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,827 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $927 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,448 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,348 |
| County GDP | $1,950M |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 103 |
| Retail | 169 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,247 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.68% |
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
| Census Median | $133,700 |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $149,013 |
| Census Median Rent | $835 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,247 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.68% |
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.1% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,384/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 103 |
| Total Violent | 804.5/100K |
| 112% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 94.7/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 709.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,183.2/100K |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 473.3/100K |
| Theft | 709.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 64.1 inches |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 5 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,060/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.9588°N, 92.0374°W |
| County FIPS | 22113 |
Winner: Republican by 63.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.6% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,060/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 103 |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Retail Stores | 169 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |